9780243971718 - Origine De La Grandeur De La Cour De Rome, Et De La Nomination Aux Evêchés Et Aux Abbayes De France Classic Reprint by René Aubert De Vertot (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a historical analysis of the complex interplay between the papacy and the Lombard kingdom in Italy from the eighth century onwards. Set against the backdrop of the waning power of the Byzantine Empire, the author traces the strategic alliances, political maneuvers, and military conflicts that shaped the papacy's rise to temporal power. Through an examination of primary sources and historical accounts, the book reveals the intricate web of relationships between the popes, the Lombard kings, and the Carolingian rulers, shedding light on the origins of the Papal States and the evolving nature of papal authority. The author's insights contribute to our understanding of the political dynamics and religious transformations that characterized this pivotal period in European history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.